Practice Manager - Lakeside Dental

Dentalcorp Health Services LTD.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Gym discounts

Insurance savings

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lakeside Dental Center in Halifax is seeking a Dental Practice Lead to oversee daily operations, staff scheduling, finances, inventory, and patient care. This role requires 3-5 years of leadership experience within a dental setting and a Diploma in business or office administration.

You will lead a team, manage payroll, recruit professionals, ensure compliance with health regulations, and drive practice growth while delivering high-quality, prevention-focused care.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in dental practice leadership or management.
• Experience in staff scheduling, finances, inventory and people management.
• Strong budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Experience with dental software and MS Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and motivate the dental team to improve productivity and patient care.
• Oversee daily staffing costs and payroll administration.
• Manage accounts receivable processes.
• Recruit dental professionals and assess fit.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and safety policies.

Skills

Practice management

Staff scheduling

Budgeting

Forecasting

MS Office

Dental software

Education

Diploma in business or office administration

Tools

Dental software systems

Job description

Get to Know Us:

At Lakeside Dental Center, we believe that a healthy smile is the foundation of a happy life. Located in the heart of Halifax, our practice is led by Dr. Ellen Drysdale and Dr. Joseph K. Carter, who are dedicated to providing high-quality, prevention-focused care in a warm and welcoming environment. We take pride in serving patients of all ages and building lasting relationships based on trust and respect. Our team is passionate about combining clinical excellence with genuine compassion. We focus on patient education and personalized treatment, empowering individuals and families to take an active role in their oral health. Every visit is designed to be a positive experience, where patients feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in the care they receive. Joining Lakeside Dental means becoming part of a close-knit, collaborative team that values both professional growth and community impact. We are proud to serve the Halifax community and are committed to making a meaningful difference through dentistry that is guided by respect, integrity, and excellence.

Schedule:

Full time

What Sets Us Apart:

Grow Without Limits:

We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms.

Brilliant Rewards:

• Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package.
• Gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Build Your Career with Us:

Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth.

Culture & Flexibility:

Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth.

Your Impact:

• Build and execute plans to improve daily operations of the practice ensuring maximum productivity, operational excellence and develop strategies to increase organic patient growth.
• Constantly review clinic environment and key business indicators to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to provide coaching and direction to team.

Compliance & Patient Safety:

• Partner with Compliance, DC Institute and Human Resources to ensure the clinic is fully compliant and meets the provincial health regulation standards.
• Manage and oversee all compliance programs within the practice, while leading by example to ensure patient safety is a top priority.
• Work in accordance with the practice’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and in compliance with applicable provincial legislation.

Leadership:

• Lead, coach and motivate the team to improve productivity, engagement and retention of patients.
• Drive the implementation of company programs, policies and procedures by supporting action plans and directly motivating the team to meet operational and company objectives.
• Support recruitment efforts to interview dental professionals and assess for best fit.
• Manage and analyze daily staffing costs and payroll administration; oversee accounts receivable process.

About You:

• University or College Diploma in business or office administration.
• 3-5 years experience as a Dental Practice Lead or Dental Practice Manager is required.
• Experience in a supervisory or management role contributing to business operations including staff scheduling, finances, inventory and people management.
• Strong business acumen and extensive experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience with dental software systems and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Strong commitment to maintaining health regulation and operational standards.
• Willingness to work varied hours to align with business needs.

Application Information:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve.

Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis.

Our purpose is to provide the best care for our patients. We empower our people and our practices with resources and technology to deliver exceptional care and patient outcomes. We are the future of dentistry: a network-driven, entrepreneurial approach with the knowledge, scale and cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare in Canada.